Fannings Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Fannings Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02122 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
THE LANDING HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fannings Pond Dam?
Fannings Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Fannings Pond Dam?
Fannings Pond Dam is owned by THE LANDING HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fannings Pond Dam built?
Fannings Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Fannings Pond Dam?
Fannings Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fannings Pond Dam?
Fannings Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Fannings Pond Dam last inspected?
Fannings Pond Dam was last inspected on July 17, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.